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2024.05.17 15:08 GMT+8

Wildlife wonderlands in China and France

Updated 2024.05.17 15:08 GMT+8
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An undated photo shows a streak of tigers at a breeding center in the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park in China. /CFP

Situated in the southern region of the Changbai Mountain range, the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park is a thrilling tourist destination that blends natural landscapes and wildlife.

Its geographical diversity makes it an exceptional representation of natural beauty. The park features a variety of terrains, including low to mid-level mountains, canyons, and hills, with the highest peak being Mount Laoyeling, soaring to 1,477.4 meters.

An undated photo shows a wild leopard striding through the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park in China. /CFP

Lying in the heart of Asia's temperate conifer and broad-leaved mixed forest ecosystem, the national park is rich in forest plant species like oak, beech and pine. The vast region provides a rich, biodiverse environment for various species here, such as the Siberian tiger and Amur leopards.

Meanwhile, on shores afar, the Calanques National Park stands as a testament to natural allure along the Mediterranean coast of Bouches-du-Rhône in southern France.

An undated photo shows a panoramic view of the Calanques National Park in France. /IC

Within the Calanques National Park, a sanctuary of 100 protected animal species thrives, including a diverse array of birds, bats, and reptiles, according to its official website.

A total of 80 species of birds nesting, or potentially nesting, have been observed. Among the mammals, the park hosts 13 species of bats, including the European free-tailed bat, boasting an impressive 40-centimeter wingspan, making it one of Europe's largest bats.

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